Program highlights:

23 parents and caregivers from across the state, including grandmothers, aunts, foster and adoptive parents, moms and dads, graduated from
the 15th annual Family Leadership Institute (FLI). FLI is an intensive
60-hour, six-weekend training experience designed to train caregivers to become advocates in their communities and at the state level.

21 young adults from six Maryland jurisdictions connected with peers and learned how to strategically share their own experiences to help
others through a one-day Leadership Retreat in April.

165 family members and advocates gathered for MCF’s 18th Annual Family Day in Annapolis. Families traveled from all 24 of Maryland’s
jurisdictions.

"I've learned that there are others with special needs children... that are like our family... I look forward to helping other parents
and advocating for other children."

— Anne, mother of four

"This was a life-changing experience and I will never forget it."

— Taking Flight youth

Support families caring for a child with mental health, substance use and/or other behavioral health needs.

Do you need help accessing services?

Our trained staff, who themselves have cared for a loved one with mental health, substance use or gambling issues will work one-on-one to help you
understand the services available in your community and how to access them.